SR982 is a Senate resolution authorizing the Missouri Girls State program, run by the American Legion Auxiliary, to use the Missouri Senate Chamber for a mock legislative session. The resolution specifically allows adult leaders and participants to enter the chamber on June 25, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to swear in mock officials and conduct a simulated session.
The measure is ceremonial and educational rather than regulatory. It recognizes the Missouri Girls State program’s role in teaching young women about democratic government, civic participation, and legislative procedure through hands-on role-playing at the State Capitol.
Impact
SR982 does not amend Missouri statutes or create new legal requirements; instead, it grants a one-day, limited-use permission for a civic education program to use the Senate Chamber. Its practical effect is to authorize access to a state government facility for a youth leadership and citizenship event, benefiting the American Legion Auxiliary, Missouri Girls State participants, and the Senate by facilitating a public-service educational activity.
Sentiment
The available text suggests broad support and a positive tone. The resolution praises the Missouri General Assembly’s tradition of supporting youth leadership and specifically highlights the educational value of Missouri Girls State. No votes, committee debate, or recorded opposition are provided, and the measure appears noncontroversial and routine.
Contention
No notable points of contention are evident in the bill text or available legislative history. Because the resolution is limited to granting temporary use of the Senate Chamber for a mock session, any concerns would likely be logistical rather than policy-based, such as scheduling or access to the chamber, but none are documented in the provided materials.